Moroccan Lamb In Pita

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My husband fancies himself as king of the grill. He makes these delicious and spicy lamb burgers and they are always a hit with our friends and family.

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Steps

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Add all the seasoning mix ingredients to a dry heavy sauce or saute pan over medium heat.

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Stir for approximately 1 minute or until fragrant.

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Remove from heat source.

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In a big mixing bowl , add the lamb , seasoning mix , and 3 tablespoons cold water.

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Gently mix together with your hands.

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Wet your hands and shape mixture into 4 patties , approximately 3 / 4 inch thick each.

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Cover and chill in the refrigerator until you are ready to grill.

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Right before you are ready to grill: whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl.

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Lighty spray or brush the patties with olive oil.

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Grill over medium direct heat for 7-9 minutes , turn once half-way through gill time.

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Place lamb patties inside pita pockets and add a large spoonful of yogurt sauce.

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Slip in a little lettuce and tomato and serve.

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Ingredients

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ground lamb, pita pockets, lettuce leaf, diced tomato, kosher salt, ground ginger, ground cumin, turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, fresh coarse ground black pepper, ground cardamom, saffron thread, plain yogurt, red onions, fresh dill, of fresh mint, fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, fresh ground black pepper